About the Marathon

• Event Date: 25th May 2025

• Location: Edinburgh

My Story

After an unsuccessful attempt to run the Edinburgh marathon in 2008 due to an injury, I am now ready to reignite the challenge of completing 26.2 miles just to prove how foolish I am. With 17 more years of aches and pains, coupled with the responsibility of raising two young girls and all the time constraints that entails, I feel this is the perfect time to try again🫣.

Why I’m Running

I am participating in the Edinburgh marathon to raise funds for Edinburgh Leisure's Active Communities Department. This department helps around 12,500 people in Edinburgh each year to get active and improve their health and wellbeing.

Since graduating from university in 2014, I have worked in this department, supporting people to be active. I am grateful for my job, which allows me to help people improve their lives through physical activity and combat loneliness. I have seen the positive effects of physical activity and social interaction on well-being, as well as the negative impact a sedentary lifestyle can have. With ongoing funding challenges, your support is more important than ever.

How You Can Help

Your support can make a huge difference. By donating to my efforts, you are helping us to continue our vital work. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a difference.

Thank You

Thank you for visiting my page and for your generous support.

Diggers❤️

https://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/active-communities/